Moon Sun Myung: The most successful religious leader

Moon Sun Myung:

Many compare him to Martin Luther King, Gandhi and others. He went through no less persecution and misunderstanding. His role was crucial in bringing the collapse of Communism and he is the founder of the Washington Times and the soccer championship - Peace King Cup as well as dozens of other organizations for peace, most of which are with special status in the United Nations. Dr. Moon, also plays a very central role in the peace talks with North Korea and in Israel and Gaza.

This article will try to present one of the most controversial religious leaders of our century, and at the same time the most widely recognized and respected by wide variety of representatives from all religions and denominations. Why there is such a drastic contrast in regard to Rev. Moon? Why feedback about Rev. Moon varies from negative descriptions as a sect to recognition as "the prophet of modern times", "peacemaker" and even "the leader who contributed to peace more than anyone else in our century"?

Key Role inEnding Communism

Rev. Moon is known as the founder of the Washington Times, which played a central role in the fall of Communism, and is recognized as a champion of the inter-religious dialogue and revolutionary supporter of the family values.

The fact is, that Rev. Dr. Moon underwent through enormous persecution and misunderstanding in the 50's, and throughout the 80's. It is also the fact, that the attitude towards Rev. Moon changes a lot after the year 1985. Here will be listed only few characteristics about his activities and achievements.In order, not to be prejudiced and do not speak about things that we don't know personally, we selected a few comments of recognized individuals who definitely know what they are talking about.Margaret Thatcher recognized the contribution of Dr. Moon on the 25 anniversary of Washington Times, with the following words: "It was not easy for Dr. Moon when he started Washington Times ... I mean the firm standing of the newspaper against the Soviet communism and the support he gave to President Reagan and me for ending the Cold War. ... MoreOne of the thousands of world known people supporting San Myung Moon is the Brazilian soccer player,Pele. "The King of Soccer" supports Rev. Moon in recent Sports for Peace initiatives. According to them, football is a natural bridge between cultures, religions, races, ethnic groups and nations. Because of this vision for football, as a powerful unifying and peacemaking force, Dr. Moon founded in 2002 the World Cup football for peace - King Peace Cap. ... More

Pioneer in the fight for human rights and tenfold congressman, Lecturer Walter Fauntroy notes: "I fully uphold Rev Dr. San Myung Moon, because he invests all of his finances and full potential of his organizations for two main purposes; peace and families."Senator Larry Preslar added: "My admiration of Dr. Moon and his wife grew enormously. His energy, vision and dedication to the cause of peace are unprecedented in the history of mankind. "If you believe that the quotes were unilaterally selected, it will be far from the truth. It turns out that such assessments of his personality are coming from all over the world. Today, facing the incredible achievements in Rev. Moon's efforts for peace, critics of the past seem rather ridiculous, naive, bigoted and narrow-minded rather than the least serious. Or as Senator of San Francisco, Amos Brown, speak of Moon, "his message of peace threatened those religiously narrow-minded" and they responded with intolerance and viciously fierce criticism:

"He was always misunderstood.The same happened with Martin Luther King, which is happening with Dr. Moon.His message of peace threatened those religiously narrow-minded.Some responded with intolerance, but he continues to embrace leaders from each faith, investing himself and his movement to unite the community of faith. ""He is a man of vision, but also the willingness and ability to make this vision a reality.There are other religious traditions that have the means but lack the will and desire, but Dr. Moon is definitely very firm in his determination."

Rev. Moon revealed, with his life and teachings, yet another vital secret to peace. Never count how much you have invested for others, just "give, forget that you have given and give again." This principle is the key to unconditional love and happiness. Rev. Moon's teachings really bring a revolution in understanding and a "Revolution of Heart and Conscience".

Furthermore, religions were concerned mostly with the individual problem and even often renounced married life. Yet, Divine Principle explains that personal growth and development of heart and conscience comes in the family. Family is the school of love and the foundation for healthy society. These ideals are expressed in the International and Interreligious marriages Rev. Moon had held for millions of couples.

“To us, the messiah is the one who re-creates the original ideal on earth, which is passing on the tradition of loving families,” Mr. Schanker said. “Hyung Jin is not replacing his parents. The parents will remain our honored model, but the kids will take the traditions and values to a new level.”

Hyung Jin one of several offspring who have roles in the religious movement, which entered the United States in the late 1950s.

Elder brothers Kook Jin Moon, 39, is in charge of business ventures in South Korea, while Hyun Jin “Preston” Moon, 40, is chairman of News World Communications, the parent company of The Washington Times, United Press International and other media properties. In addition, he leads The Washington Times Foundation.

Rev. Moon’s second daughter, In Jin Moon, 44, is in charge of the U.S. church.

The church has expanded its operations far beyond the religious sphere to hundreds of ventures, in more than a half-dozen countries, ranging from hospitals to universities.

A list assembled by the Associated Press includes a ballet company, a professional soccer team, the New Yorker Hotel near Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, a South Korean ad agency and ski resort, and a seafood distribution firm that supplies sushi to Japanese restaurants in the United States.